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Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce

Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce

This Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce recipe is quick, creamy, and irresistible, perfect for pasta lovers who crave restaurant-quality flavor at home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch nutmeg (optional) adds an extra depth of flavor

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and stir continuously; let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat and slowly stir in grated Parmesan until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Serve immediately over pasta, chicken, or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10gFat: 43g

Notes

Feel free to customize the sauce by adding proteins like chicken or shrimp, or different herbs and cheeses for a unique twist.

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